It has been 5 years since I became a client of Eugene Trufkin. I have successfully lost over 60 lbs and have maintained my weight, which has been extremely beneficial to my health ! Eugene's expertise in nutrition, physical and mental health are priceless. No diet enhancement drugs, surgery or disgusting pre-made foods required!!! Look no further if you are serious to make a lasting change ! read more

In the midst of so many athletic trainers, wellness coaches and expert health nutritionists Eugene Trufkin is the genuine article and much more. His expertise and experience in a broad spectrum of health, fitness and lifelong wellness has been priceless and continues to serve me in my daily life. No wellness coach knows everything and that's where Eugene has access to many others who have knowledge and experience who can help and be of support with your unique issues that may thwart your progress. Eugene is laser focussed on what really matters and what works. I have shared Eugene Trufkin's comprehensive wellness and fitness information with my integrative medical doctor in Jackson Hole, Wyoming the valley where I was born and raised. My doctor is very much on the same page as Eugene. I highly recommend Mr. Trufkin in helping you in your fitness, health and lifelong overall wellness goals. read more

While familiar with a general gym routine and decent lifestyle, I had never quite been able to figure out the necessary essentials for developing the physique I more ideally desired. Eugene was able to boil down health-conscious fitness essentials to their simplest components in a manner that holistically addressed limitations in my understanding and approach thus far towards an elevating transformation, which I was able to achieve by mindfully tracking quality food according to provided protocols, alongside maintaining a prescribed gym routine designed to work on all key areas in an optimally harmonic balance. Overall, Eugene was easy to understand, I followed his suggested practices accordingly, and I was able to attain exactly what I'd been seeking ;) Having Eugene's expert guidance in this arena joined with one's sustained motivation, effort, and work ethic is a winning combination for tuning in integrative improvement read more

Trufkin Athletics - Before and after training with Eugene as part of a 6 month program - Trainers Near Me - Irvine, California

I am a former client and 100 percent endorse Trufkin Athletics! Eugene changed my life in 3 ways : 1. Nutrition. I thought I was eating healthy until I had Eugene as a coach. This in itself has fundamentally changed my life. I still think of him when I am ordering at a restaurant or at the grocery store. ( pay extra for organic ). 2 Weights. I still use his routines ! Again, I thought I had purpose at the gym prior to his coaching but I didn't . 3. There is more to life than work ! The balance of work life is so important and I am still learning today from his posts. Yes, Eugene is worth every penny. Highest recommendation ! read more

To all who are seeking better health and well-being, I am now 61 years old. I found Eugene Trufkin on Facebook in 2022. He caught my attention by his posts of his clients' transformation in their weight loss pictures. I took note that Eugene has shown repeated success with men in their 50's, 60s, and even 70s years of age. I began to join the Saturday calls hosted by Eugene, read his posts, and reviewed links he provides online. I found Eugene to be quite generous with the information he provides at no charge! I literally followed Eugene (online) for the better part of a year. I messaged two of his (former) clients on Facebook and posed the same question, "Is Eugene the real deal?". Both replied emfatically, Yes! It was at this point that I made the decision for myself to hire Eugene. I weighed myself and came in at 329 lbs. A short period of time later, I signed a contract with Eugene in June of 2023. I told him my goal was to lose 80 lbs. Just a couple of weeks after hiring him, I went on vacation and broke my foot! Eugene said, "Don't worry, I want you to lose your first 40 lbs before even considering going to a gym." I proceeded to lose my first 40 lbs sitting on my couch with a Boot (in place of a cast) on my foot! The best term I use to describe Eugene is being a Wholelistic Coach for me. I have been up and down with my obesity over the past decades. Never before have I ever found a coach who offers a comprehensive approach to one's health and well-being, than Eugene. From nutrition (gut health), to education about food and how to shop for the best options to consume. And (now) incorporating effective workout routines to build muscle and gain strength has resulted in my successful weight loss of 100 lbs! I now have developed the knowledge and skills of maintaining a sustainable lifestyle for myself. Personally, I do Not use the word Diet in my vocabulary. Through the coaching provided by Eugene Trufkin, I am 100% confident I will never be obese again in my life. Bless you if you have read this message in its entirety. I share my experience and success from the bottom of my heart . David L. Lincoln, CA read more

I am a professional therapist and mentor. I've been around coaches and trainers of all levels for the past 20 years. Eugene is a great guide -- and the best measure of his abilities are his results. I lost 35 pounds in approximately 8 months (from 217 to 183 lbs). Eugene guided me the whole way, providing support and structure. I try to refer all my friends who are stuck and overweight to him! read more

Initially found Eugene through a random internet search. I found that his approach with the initial assessment and program setup with nutrition was a good fit for me in general. I had recently seen a nutritionist to address my energy levels and weight loss, but was unable to achieve what I wanted. I had fully expected to find a typical trainer but Eugene proved to be a true professional and very passionate about heathy living and exercise not just lifting weights. With his program you can define your goals as with many guys a six pack of course but his program is not just limited to that. I was able to complete my initial goal of a body transformation along with greater energy levels and am now doing a phase two with Eugene. read more

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Horrible. This guy is a joke. All his "facts" and info are made up. I got fatter following his nutrition advice and my pants don't fit anymore. read more

Took a leap of faith and started the program. Fat loss was not apparent as preached by Mr. Trufkin. I tried to follow the program to the letter and even ate appropriately according to the parameters. Five months later and I am fluctuating up and down in weight. The difference was negligible (1-3 lbs). Not the large weight loss as preached. Promotes negative views about others who do no lose weight. Overall I lost no weight and was told it was my fault. I tired even his recommendation to see a gut expert who then charged me for more items to buy, as well as for consults. All were not up front and transparent about their process and actions. I am am out thousands of dollars and no closer to helping myself get to the finish line. I am embarrassed for not being able to lose weight and do not trust anyone now who claims that they can help me out. I do not recommend this program. read more

Eugene trained me 7 years ago. He was an amazing coach and trainer. He taught me so much about getting into shape and eating right. He put me on a path to living healthy. I'm very proud to say that 7 years later, I have kept it up and I'm in better shape now at 46 years old than when I was in my 30's. Eugene is very attentive and designed sessions that were tailor made for me. He changed the sessions up often, so I never got bored. And he always checked in with me before and after the sessions. I have had many trainers over the years, but Eugene is hands down the best trainer I've ever had. I owe everything to his guidance, focus and support. Thank you Eugene! read more

Trufkin Athletics - These photos were taken 7 years apart. I have kept up with the healthy lifestyle that Eugene set me on. - Trainers Near Me - Irvine, California

Weight gain caught up on me slowly, year after year, without me noticing it much. Until the day I tried to select a pair of dress slacks and they were all too tight! After weighing myself, I saw I was overweight by almost 20 lbs, so I assumed the scale was broken. It wasn't, and I knew I had to take action. I knew I needed the support of a coach/trainer, but I was hesitant to go with just anyone. I found Eugene's website and I watched a few of his videos. I saw that he was serious, had done research and written a book on fitness, and I saw the results and comments from other clients of his. My gut told me, "Eugene is the trainer you need." I'm glad I paid attention to that little voice. On our first meeting, Eugene asked me what my fitness goals were, he checked my body fat and took my front, side, and back photos. He helped me set goals and developed a nutrition and workout program customized for me and my busy lifestyle. I travel extensively for work, so a regular workout schedule is a challenge. I'm also a strict vegetarian, which presents more challenges from a nutritional perspective. Eugene agreed to work with me despite these challenges, and I'm grateful to him for that. I even drove the 30 minutes from Dana Point to Irvine just to work with him. That's how strongly I felt about his skill and professionalism. I had to be committed to the work since I travel a lot and was unable to meet with Eugene exactly 3 times a week. Those who travel a lot for work understand the challenges of staying with the workout and nutrition program. Eugene periodically adjusted my workout and nutrition program, based on the changes my body was making and my lifestyle. Eugene pushed me to go beyond my comfort zone, beyond what I thought were my limits. I love that he never ever once put me on the treadmill for cardio! I have seen trainers in session with clients and they put them on the treadmill or elliptical at first. What a waste of time and money for something one can do solo without a trainer! Eugene doesn't play that. The first two weeks with Eugene were a challenge and I noticed changes immediately. By strictly staying with his workout and nutrition program, I began to shed pounds and sculpt my body into good form. I became confident in myself and began to challenge and push myself beyond my limits. I was determined and committed. After 4 months of working with Eugene, I reached my goal of losing 25 lbs, going from 182 lbs down to 157 lbs, and my body looked fit and lean! Mental strength, positive thinking, and commitment were essential to my success. What I love about working with Eugene is that he took the time to get to know me and connect with me on a personal level so that he could continue to tweak and personalize my workout and nutrition program. I also loved that he checked in with me periodically via text, sometimes with the simple and powerful message, "Stay strong!" Checking in with me and offering support and encouragement was so helpful in maintaining a positive attitude and staying with the program. The most important idea that Eugene stressed with me is that this (working out and good nutrition) is a LIFESTYLE. That really stuck with me. It has been almost one year since I started with Eugene and this is now my lifestyle. I've maintained my desired weight, I continue with the nutrition program, and I love having tons of energy and feeling (and looking) great! Lastly, I really recommend reading Eugene's book "Laws of Aesthetics." It has tons of valuable information to help maintain this lifestyle, and it comes from his own personal experience and research. If you choose to work with Eugene, be prepared... it will be a challenge: he will push you to your limits and it will be painful (no pain, no gain), but it's so worth it when you see the results! But remember: to get the results you say you want you MUST remain committed and follow his guidance. If you are looking for a serious, dedicated trainer, and an intense program with excellent results and transformation, I HIGHLY recommend working with Eugene. You will be so glad you did! Luis Gonzales Dana Point CA read more

25 lbs! That was the goal and that's what I've achieved following Eugene's program which included a very detailed and tailored fit nutrition and workout program. If you follow the program religiously and develop the discipline to follow it, there's no reason why you won't achieve your goals. Every week, I saw results and everything is documented, Eugene would take measurements, pictures of the progress I'm making which is a motivation in itself just by seeing the transformation. If you're serious about making a change about your health and fitness, go see Eugene! read more

This was my second time going to a personal trainer and the results this time was awesome. He is more than just a personal trainer he is a life coach to a better way of living. The first step to his program is the mindset which he helps you on. Eugene works with you to form a schedule to works for you and helps come up with a nutrition plans to reach your goals. He has a 1on1, 2on1 or online training which ever method is best for you. I would recommend getting 1on1 training if you are new to working out and need to get the forms down. If you are somewhat season or been working out I would recommend the 2on1 because it is cheaper and you don't need his full attention just guidance. And a plus is if the other person doesn't show up you get the 1on1 training at the price of a 2on1. I would greatly recommend Eugene as a personal trainer he helps you reach the version of yourself that you thought was impossible and makes it something possible to happen. He is great if you are looking to start on your workout lifestyle, improve your workouts or even just reach new heights in your fitness. read more

Before Eugene I had not had ever had a personal trainer as I thought it was a waste of money, but the services he provides are beyond what you imagine a personal trainer to be. You start out with a workout and diet plan. The workout plan covers your Daily routine. Eugene goes over all of the exercises and records it so you can look back at them if you forget a particular routine. What I liked about this is that at the beginning you may struggle with a particular set but as you progress you can see how much you improved, which continues to motivate you. The meal pal is designed to your particular goals and this is where Eugene's extensive knowledge in nutrition comes in as he takes into consideration any particular allergies or preferences you have. Every week there's a weigh-in to track your progress with weekly goals to meet. This helps you keep up with the program. Another particular aspect I like that Eugene provides is that if you reach a plateau or fall behind, he modifies the plan to something that works better for you to keep you on the road to success. More than anything, Eugene is an awesome person and takes the time to get to know his clients and connect with them on a personal level. You are not just one more client, he makes your goal his goal and keeps you motivated along the way. read more

Eugene is a true fitness genius! I returned from a trip to Thailand with an extra 20lbs and only had 3 months to get back into shape for another trip to Playa Del Carmen. Not only did I loose the extra weight but Eugene managed to help me lean down by 30lbs and dropped 4% body fat from 12% to 8%! I initially found Eugene on Yelp and was very impressed by the reviews and the before and after pics from his clients. I decided to give him a shot and was highly impressed. I have used personal trainers in the past but none have been more passionate about helping transform his clients as Eugene. Before even committing to purchasing sessions, he provided a full work up of my fitness by taking my measurements, including an ultrasound analysis to calculate my body fat, and discussing the fitness goal I wanted to achieve. I quickly received a follow up email outlining what was required to meet my goal in 3 months. I started on his fitness program right away. The program did not only include workouts but a very detailed nutrition program. He provided a very handy excel file that helped me calculate the calories and macros I should be consuming based on his assessment of what was needed to drop the fat. I was extremely excited to learn that the program only involved 2 days of cardio and 3 days of weightlifting. Much to my pleasure, I also learned that I needed to consume more carbs which was an added perk. Each week he also took updated measurements to make sure we were on track and adjusted the program as needed. I have a bad shoulder and lower back so he also modified the workouts to ensure I did not further injure myself and strengthen those weak areas. Needless to say, 3 months later my results exceeded my expectations. Once our sessions ended, Eugene sat down with me and provided me the next steps to continue my fitness journey by myself. It is now 2 months since our last session and I have successfully maintained the results I achieved with him and I am not even doing any cardio at all! I couldn't recommend Eugene anymore. If you're serious about hitting your fitness goals, you need to hit him up. Best decision I made! read more

Trufkin Athletics - Before and after pic, day 1 vs week 12 - Trainers Near Me - Irvine, California

Best trainer EVER. Trains your physique and your mind to keep it up! Never met another trainer like him. My photos of progression are on his website as well as on here for anyone to see. I'm in the best shape of my life and it's because I chose to train with Eugene Trufkin. He is real, he's dedicated, and all around an inspirational human being to be around. Training has turned from a necessary chore to a hobby for me over the past 10 months. Seeing the transformation happen while also learning about what I should / shouldn't eat has made me a believer that if you put your mind to something, you can achieve it and in this case the payoff is worth every drop of sweat. You will sweat, you will push your limits and you will grow both physically and mentally stronger with Eugene. read more

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There are many places you can get help with training or just to be fit. Trufkin Athletics can help anyone at any stage of fitness. They have friendly staff, one on one care which is essential in reaching your goals. They treat you as if you are the only person they are training, which really makes sense when you are looking for "personal training". I highly recommend this establishment to anyone who just wants to lose that extra 5 pounds to the person who wants a complete make-over. Trufkin Athletics is the place to go! read more

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Nothing but great things to say about training with Eugene. My roommate and I both signed up to train with him and got amazing results despite our very different goals. My roommate was a guy interested in bulking up while I was interested in trimming down and toning. Eugene customized a program for each of us that got us results quickly. We both worked out as a pair and followed the customized diet plans he created for each of us and were able to see results quickly. He tailored each of our workout programs to our specific body goals and asked for our feedback along the way to make sure we were happy with the results that we were seeing. Eugene was really helpful in customizing the diet for my roommate and I. Even though he gave us very different diets to support our goals, we had mostly the same foods just in different portions. This made it easy for us to cook together. Eugene has a great personality and was a great motivator, often checking in to see how things were going along the way. We tracked progress not just with the weight on the scale, but he also did body fat testing. The body fat measurements showed me that I was making progress when I was building muscle and losing fat, but didn't show much change in weight. I really liked that he knew how to measure body fat and used that to track progress and adjust workouts. The workouts he designed were intense but he made them fun and enjoyable so they quickly became my favorite part of the week. During the workouts Eugene is really motivating and really helped to push me further then I would have on my own during each workout. He also is very knowledgeable about proper form so I knew I was always performing the exercises correctly and not risking injury. I think this really helped fast track my results and made it so that I got the most out of each and every training session that I had. In the end I was extremely happy with my results and believe I have never looked better. I felt the strongest I ever have, found I really do love lifting weights, and was able to run an Ultra Marathon shortly after the training program. Bottom line is that if you want results and a trainer that will help push you and give you a comprehensive plan tailored to your specific goals Eugene is the trainer for you. read more

I went in expecting to make very small changes to my body, but my goal was to get more fit and learn my way around a gym. 6 Months later, I've lost 30lbs of body fat, toned my body, and no longer feel intimidated at the big gyms. This is all a result of Eugene's tireless dedication to what he does. He doesn't just give you a few exercises and simple measurements, like you'd expect from most trainers. He helps you set a goal and then develops a custom nutrition and workout plan to reach that goal. Eugene would take my measurements weekly and change up the workout every three weeks to ensure I stayed on track. He does this with a killer attitude, positive motivation, and plenty or Arnold Schwarzenegger impressions. I always thought of the gym as a chore and dreaded going, Eugene pushed me to make a better me, and I could never thank him enough. read more

I don't get why there are 50+ reviews hidden in this page. Yelp, thank you for your algorithm in filtering many misleading reviews. However, your system is not working well here. Eugene delivers results. I have lost more than 40 lbs with Eugene. My pants size has gone down from 34/35 to 29/30. My shirt from from L to M/S. My man boob has basically disappeared. My body fat has decreased from almost 30% to roughly 13%. Also, my blood test has been amazing. Aside from all those, the most important thing is that I have learned how to live healthily. I learn how to exercise and eat right. Journey with Eugene is not easy but it is worth it! With that said, Eugene will push you to the limits. Make sure you are willing to do that. read more

Effective, and Professional! Trufkin and Eugene have been one of the few best investments I have made for myself, ever! In the past few months, Eugene had customized my exercise and nutrition program that's catered to my goals (which was to lean down in body fat %). Service: The assessments and consultation were really thorough and in-depth. Eugene wanted to make sure he's providing the best answers, tools and tips to my success. Of course, with just about anything that's worth it in life, this investment for myself will take a lot of work (and it did). Was it easy? F** no. But with the help of Eugene, he also trained my mentally to be dedicated and self-motivated because it is entirely up to me whether I wanted to accomplished my goals or not. Hiring him was a great decision to help get answers, and stay accountable. The Gym: very spacious and has a lot of equipments that can get you closer to your goals. A few of the stuff you won't see at a few commercial gyms: sleds for conditioning training, battle ropes, bumper weights, kettle bells from 9-100 pounds, different types of strength training machines, TRX, and barbell landmines. Parking lot is very spacious and it's not reserved. The front end of the gym offers other services that aren't included with Eugene's like massage therapy and chiropractic. Result: After working with Eugene through training twice per week and being consistent with my diet. I was able to shred down from 175 to 165 pounds and decreased my body fat percentage from 17 to 10% in 3-4 months on and off. I am very happy with my results and I HIGHLY encourage both men & women to sign on board and take up this challenge. You will not regret it. read more

Two things about Eugene that makes him different than other trainers: 1.) Follow up texts and phone calls - After every workout I'll get a text asking me how I'm feeling and reminding me about my next session. This doesn't seem like much, but dude makes it seem like he cares about his clients. 2.) Workouts that go beyond the gym - Eugene often schedules bonus workouts on the beach or up in the mountains and encourages signing up for athletic events. 5's all day. read more

There's not many places that i'd set aside time for to write a review, but Trufkin Athletics truly deserves a try. Not only is he one of the best personal trainers I've ever known, he is down right a super solid guy. I have no problem trusting him in ANYTHING he says. If I remember correctly, he holds a B.S. in Psychology so not only does he know the body and how to get the body to do what you want, but he can get you to do it as well. He's not part of the crappy dooshbag/meatball "fitness trainers" that you can get at 24hour, UFC gyms and other private trainers, but Eugene can give you the one on one attention, the plan to get you moving, the motivation to keep you moving and the tips and tricks to move better and faster, on top of being one of the best guys I've ever gotten a chance to know. DO NOT hesitate to give Eugene and Trufkin athletics a try, you won't regret it! read more

Heading towards 40 years old, I had the sudden realization that it was going to take some real work to keep my body looking fit and healthy. The thought of finding my way through a gym was overwhelming and luckily I found Eugene. He put together a thoughtful and realistic workout plan along with a diet plan. Over the course of 3 months I saw my body fat decrease by almost 5% and lost almost 20lbs while improving my aesthetic. I appreciated Eugene's approach to whole-life fitness and his expertise. He taught me the proper ways to perform the exercises and empowered me to make this a part of my lifestyle. I highly recommend you reach out to Eugene ... one meeting with him and you'll want to sign up! read more

I couldn't believe how fast my body changed. There was such a noticeable difference within the first 3-4 weeks it made it easy to keep going. And I had a blast training with Eugene. He is very good at keeping you motivated, I was quite impressed. Some of the days that I would go train, I would be feeling down or stressed about work, but as soon as the workout began all the negativity goes away. I miss some of the funny comments he would make to keep me pumped up. A couple of the exercises I had difficulty with due to a shoulder issue, however, Eugene being the pro he is, was able to easily modify the exercise in a way that allowed me to be effective but not cause further injury. I would and have recommended Eugene to friends. read more

This review is for my 18 year old daughter who was returning home for the summer after her freshman year at college. She didn't gain the freshman 15 but she wanted to get fit, eat healthier, and get her knees (surgeries) and back stronger. She had a membership to a big super chain fitness club but she was looking for a little more one-on-one attention in a less mass market environment. We looked around, talked to a few and settled on Eugene. 1st visit was an assessment with pictures and measurements. Daughter was not thrilled with that and was less thrilled when Eugene said lose 15 pounds of fat along with eating healthier. WHAT?!? Daughter was already wondering what she was getting into. Eugene does 3 things: 1. Communicates with you - provides a written meal plan, workout days/times, written workout plan, measurements (includes pictures). For my daughter Eugene took assessments (measurements, photos) every 3 weeks. He also sent emails with videos of workout exercises, meals, etc. He makes sure he gives you more than enough information to be successful. 2. Meets with you regularly and accommodated daughter's changing work schedule with day or even night sessions. 3. One-on-one focus - watches your workouts, discusses form, makes corrections, pushes, etc. He's not distracted like some other trainers are with other clients, other people working out, etc. His attention is on you - no cheating. Eugene isn't one of those loud, in your face or look at me I'm the coolest trainer ever guys. He's focused on you, not himself. At the end of the summer (school starts early) and after 6 weeks of working out with Eugene, my daughter was feeling good. Her clothes were looser and she felt much fitter. When she had her last assessment she saw her before and after pics and measurements and was thrilled. She lost 10 pounds safely and lost inches where she needed to while getting stronger and fitter. The week to week progression may not be as noticeable but after 6 weeks she could see the difference in every picture (front, side, back). She was very happy and plans to follow the diet and workout plan at school. When she returns home for breaks she plans to resume training with Eugene. He was well worth the time and money. You won't be disappointed. 5 stars easily. read more

Eugene holds free group fitness classes in this gym, usually taking place in the afternoon of every other Saturday. So far I have attended four times. Although I did not carry any specific goals, it was enjoyable time. He makes good plans that are moderately challenging, with new elements in each of these sessions. He always brings energetic and encouraging attitudes, and provides insightful comments on health, food, and lifestyles. The facility is not too cold nor too windy, more friendly than other gyms I have been to. It could be also a great opportunity to get acquainted with new people and have knowledge of different opinions. read more

I have had the opportunity to workout with Eugene Trufkin on several occasions. During that time I learned new exercises and was challenged to the point of where I needed to be (outside of my comfort zone where the results I wanted are made). If your looking for a different style of training, great attention to detail, organized , customized workouts, committed and caring trainer I recommend you try out Trufkin Athletics. You won't regret it. read more

Overall. Not impressed. I thought I would be. I had high hopes. My overall impression of Eugene is negative and disappointing. Let me explain why. First. He does not do his own consults. He has an assistant do them. Yet he sits a couple yards away at the front desk of the club and listens while the assistant is doing the consult. Then when you question why he doesn't do the consult himself, he explains his role as similar to an eye surgeon. Saying that he is the expert and no eye surgeon would ever do a consultation themselves before performing surgery. Yes, it's true. I'm happy to share that email dialogue between Eugene and myself if anyone's interested. I personally found this comical, as to me, after working with many personal trainers over the years, know that you have to develop a very close in our personal one on one relationship with your personal trainer and it's more than just a simple consult as an eye doctor would have been trying to determine if someone needs surgery on their eye. Moving on, the second problem I had with Eugene. When I initially emailed him, I explained my very specific goals, my current weight, and My goal date (3 Months out), I also expressed my enthusiasm for working with him and my lack of issues surrounding any financial implications. When I received a response, it was a canned email response, with all of his rates, and his phone number, and instructions to contact him if I wanted a consultation, (which I had already requested in my initial email). It was very impersonal. I was fine with that because I am sure that he gets a lot of inquiries because his website and video made him look so high-caliber and impressive. I was also fine with the fact that he was not going to do the consultation himself....I could deal with it.....although I should mention the main reason I was was a put off by it, was after I saw his rates. When someone is requesting $120 Per hour for a fee, I feel the least you can do, is a one hour consultation on your own, versus offsetting that to an assistant. Needless to say I went to the consultation process with his assistant Emily and she was great. I left feeling motivated and enthusiastic and ready to get started. Emily had agreed that I was a great candidate for Eugene's training and that it was very realistic but I could meet my goal. In fact, I was so excited that I was actually realistic, that I had even left feeling motivated to encourage my boyfriend to work out with Eugene as well. A couple days later I got my results from Eugene. He agreed that I could reach my goal within three months. However, in that same communication he also told me that he only had one slot a week to see me. In that same communication he also told me that it would take three times a week to reach my goal weight. So I was confused. First, I was thinking to myself....ok, I have the money to pay you, yet you have 1 slot available a week, yet you are telling me I need three slots a week to hit my goal......and yet you don't have them available?!?. To me this seemed like a bait and switch. I was beyond frustrated and annoyed and angry. And just overall disappointed. I mean, why even bring me in for a consultation if you have no time to accept new clients? Why waste my time and get me excited with your plans and recommendations if you have no time to accept new clients? I expressed in my initial email to you, Eugene, that I didn't have time to wait I had a specific goal, with the specific motivation that I was reaching toward and you agreed that I could reach that goal .....and then you tell me that you have no time to accept me as a new client. To me, it's a bad business practice and misleading. And overall poor communication. Therefore, my only warning for those who are considering going to Eugene is to make sure that you have some sort of verbal communication with him one-on-one before you start this process so that you don't waste your time like I did. He's a lot of smoke and mirrors with all the things that he has on his website And he's a little too big for his britches, as far as I'm concerned! A very full of himself. read more

Eugene trained my friend and i saw that my friend got results quick!! like after 2 1/2 months, and working out 3 days a week, he got so lean!! I also saw this trainer on youtube and he is ridiculously in shape. If you're going to find a personal trainer, make sure he's fit. I used to use 24hr fitness 2 years ago, and the trainers there are wimps compared to this monster here in Irvine....I didn't train with Eugene but for the results i saw on my friend.....i'm giving this guy 5 stars! read more

Finally found a trainer that is AWESOME! Eugene will push you to your limits and is a trainer that really knows his stuff. He even wrote an awesome book that I highly recommend. He has an awesome diet and workout plan that will make you stronger both physically and mentally. If you want to see results, then Eugene is your man. He is very detail oriented when explaining workouts and truly cares about his clients unlike prior personal trainers I've worked with. He keeps the workouts intense but fun and my wife now thinks I'm a stud again thanks to Eugene. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED! read more

Working with Eugene literally changed my life. His program is hard, it requires dedication, but it was so worth it. It took me 2 1/2 months to drop 10% body fat and put on a ton of muscle. Eugene is very specific about his goals for you. He's great at getting your form exactly where it needs to be, which is most important for me since I wanted to continue to be able to work out well after our program was through. Eugene offers the option of working with another person during your training time. I did this and never found that it impacted my ability to train. He gave great amounts of attention to both of us. Training with Eugene actually saved me money because I stayed away from eating out and started cooking my own food. Way cheaper! Overall I can't recommend Eugene enough. read more

In a world of "quick fixes" and "5 easy steps to fat loss", it is refreshing to find a trainer that cuts out the b.s. and focuses on the importance of consistent hard work and nutrition when it comes to getting his clients' results. I have followed Eugene's work for a while now (I live abroad and can't work with him directly) and have always been impressed with his programming and client transformations. I purchased his book "Laws of Aesthetics" the day it was released and followed one of the programs for many months. In that time I improved my bench (my nemesis as a long-armed individual) and leaned out a bit without modifications to my usual diet. I envy those in the OC area with the opportunity to work with him directly! read more

Eugene is the REAL thing! I owe him all the improvements in my work-out routines and intensity. Equally remarkable is Eugene's focus on improving my diet. Over six months, I lowered my body fat to less than 11% with substantial increase in lean body mass. He was very flexible in accommodating my busy work schedule. Looking forward to finally saying good bye to W-2's so I can train with him again. Hoping to kick this off this summer! read more

Eugene is awesome! He kicked my butt when I thought I was pretty strong. He humbled me and revealed my weaknesses to me so that I could get better at what I love which is running. He is such a hard worker and will do everything he can to help you get the results you want! And he is living proof that his methods work! And he knows so much about health and fitness. I have a Master's in Kinesiology and I know a lot about health/fitness but Eugene is always able to teach me something new. He is always educating himself and becoming better at what he does! read more

Last year I made the decision to get in better shape. I was about to turn 45 and didn't want to be a middle aged fat guy. I looked around online and was pretty overwhelmed by the number of personal trainers in the area. After trying a couple of them, I found Eugene and it was the best thing that could have happened to me - no joke. Where other trainers will just put you through a one size fits all workout routine, with Eugene, you get the whole package, a physical assessment and nutrition program, cardio, abdominal, and weight lifting routines tailored specifically to your needs. I went from 27% body fat down to 10%. My goal was to get in better shape. Instead, I found myself in the best shape of my life. Cliche, I know, but the results I got from working with Eugene were way beyond my expectations. Don't get me wrong, it wasn't easy. This isn't magic and Eugene's expectations are very high, but he pushed me and motivated me to stay focused and dedicated all the way and what I ended up with was mind blowing. read more

Five stars does not do Eugene Trufkin justice! Eugene is seriously as good as it gets! There is no question that he has a maximal understanding of fitness and is more than inapt to get you to your fitness goals. He is dedicated to his clients and will push you to stay motivated and positive. At such a young age, Eugene has accomplished a lot and has made fitness his lifestyle. He has all the right tools to not only get you into shape but to achieve a lifestyle that ensures being healthy and positive. His workouts and meal plans are constantly evolving based upon your progress, which is amazing and definitely not something you get with all trainers. He is professional and very well organized. He is also willing to work around a busy schedule which is ideal in this day and age. Total A+! If you happen to be in the OC area and looking for a trainer, Eugene is your man. read more

I've trained with Eugene for 3 months now. I started off at 120 lbs (5'7") and am now 145 lbs. My chest measurement has increased FIVE inches, shoulders increased FIVE inches, arms increased 2.5 inches - in NINETY DAYS. The numbers speak for themselves, but let's be thorough. When you look for a trainer, you don't want a drill instructor spitting in your face and you don't want a pansy that's going to complain to you about his or her life. Eugene is the balance. He won't waste your time and he won't talk down to you, but he will push you to positive failure. You also don't want a trainer who is just going to teach you exercise motions. What makes Eugene a complete trainer is that he also has a fundamental understanding of the physiology and biochemistry behind exercise science. The guy had a 3.7 GPA at UCI - he's a smart guy. You get a complete program with him - diet plan, workout plan (from warmup to recovery strategies), and progression tracking through weekly measurements. Oh, and your form will be flawless (as you silently grin at others doing things all wrong). My personal experience was that after the first 30 days, I suddenly realized I looked like a different person. It's part personal trainer, part personal effort, so don't go thinking he's going to wave a magic wand to change you. The first couple sessions (especially) will kick your butt. Bottom line is: if you're going to get a trainer, make it count; don't skimp out. Don't waste your time on a cheap average Joe trainer at some chain gym just because you can save a few bucks and get a few extra sessions. Anyone can be a trainer nowadays. In the end, you get what you pay for. Find someone that has the results you want for yourself. Get that quality trainer once, learn what it takes to get the body you want, and after a few months, apply that knowledge on your own. It's a one-time quality investment that keeps on paying back. read more

I had one of the best and life changing experience with Eugene. He knows exactly what he's doing and designs a perfect workout plan to get immediate results. This is not going to be easy, he will push you until your body starts to cry but in the end, it's all worth it. You have to give it your best in order to leave with great results. You do build a one on one connection with him and follows up with you after your workouts to make sure you feel comfortable and satisfied. Not only will he teach you how to workout but also show you how important your diet is to your workout plan. By buying and cooking your food, you will feel so much better and save you so much money. Also recommend reading his book. Very simple and straight forward but with great points and definitely a way of changing your viewpoint in life. If you are looking for intense workout with great transformation, I would HIGHLY recommend to go with Eugene. read more

I have very busy schedule and had trouble with finding time to work out. I tried to work out on my own, and I just cannot get any result. Eugene helped me to plan my work out and diet plan. And he help me to keep up with the plan by closely monitoring my progress. So, I am able to lose more than 20 lbs in half a year. I have more energy and be able to handle my work and life better. The best part is I don't need to spend a lot of time in the gym. All my coworkers are surprised with my changes, and ask me for work out advice. Also, I used his strategy in my work and my managers really like my progress. So, I was promoted recently. :-) read more